Key Port Facts
Fuel Grades Available at Khalifa Port
Seven Ocean procures the following marine fuel grades at Khalifa Port. Click any grade for full technical specifications.
Delivery Methods
- Barge at anchorage
- Alongside at terminal during cargo operations
Primary Anchorages
Khalifa Port outer anchorage, Abu Dhabi outer roads
Port Detail
Strategic Abu Dhabi container hub
Khalifa Port is the principal container gateway for Abu Dhabi emirate, with terminal partners including Abu Dhabi Terminals, CMA Terminals and COSCO Shipping Ports. Bunker calls are typically tied to container schedules.
AD Ports Group operations
Abu Dhabi Ports manages bunker activity in coordination with licensed physical suppliers operating Gulf-wide. Documentation and BDN procedures follow standard UAE regulatory framework.
Comparison with Jebel Ali
Khalifa Port competes directly with Jebel Ali for transshipment volumes. For Abu Dhabi-flagged tonnage and vessels with specific Abu Dhabi cargo, Khalifa is the natural choice for both call and bunker.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can large container ships bunker at Khalifa?
Yes. Khalifa Port handles 18,000+ TEU ULCV class tonnage with deep draft alongside (16+ m). Bunker barges service alongside during container operations.
Is Khalifa Port inside the Strait of Hormuz?
Yes — Abu Dhabi waters are inside the Gulf, requiring Strait of Hormuz transit. For vessels avoiding Hormuz transit, Fujairah or Khor Fakkan on the Gulf of Oman side are preferred.